TV Network Jobs

• An entire industry is dedicated to the creation of television shows.zaping image by nathan from Fotolia.com
  
  Most viewers would be amazed to know the amount of work that goes into producing a 30-minute or one-hour television show. What takes a fraction of a day to watch requires days, weeks or sometimes months to create. An entire industry is dedicated to creating that segment of comedy, drama or news. Positions in network television are numerous but often very competitive.
  
  

Segment Producer

• A segment producer must have leadership and supervisory skills.secretary image by DXfoto.com from Fotolia.com
  
  A segment producer is responsible for the production of a television show or segment from start to completion. The job duties include developing and researching show ideas; finding talent; overseeing graphics and editing; and communicating with on-air staff. A segment producer must have leadership and supervisory skills. Additionally, she must know about the technical aspects of television production including using the control room and production equipment.
  
  

Production Assistant

• Production assistants provide general assistance on the set.camera 3 image by Vitezslav Halamka from Fotolia.com
  
  Production assistant is an entry-level position, and PAs do anything and everything a show requires. Some production assistants work in network offices, where they copy scripts, send packages and run errands. Others work on the set, assisting the cast, running errands and clearing the set. Usually the job does not pay much and days can be long. This position often does not require a college degree; however, some jobs require experience. PA positions are often discovered through networking and word-of-mouth.
  
  

Script Supervisor

• Script supervisors closely monitor the script and shots to ensure accuracy.patrycja image by Andrzej Solnica from Fotolia.com
  
  The primary duty of script supervisors is to ensure continuity in a scene. The script supervisor makes sure the scenes are accurate and follow the correct timeline. He checks the script for inconsistencies and monitors the script during filming to make sure no dialogue is missed and actors receive their cues.
  
  The script supervisor must remain aware of details ranging from the amount of wine in the actor’s glass to what color shirt he was wearing. Script supervisors observe every shot closely and take precise and detailed notes. These notes serve as a reference for the director and editors.